Resource
Monitoring Levees
Resource Type
Position Papers, White Papers, Resolutions
Reference Title
Monitoring Levees
Organization/Agency
U.S. Society on Dams
Year
2016
Date
05/2016
Abstract/Additional Information
White Paper describes the current state-of-the-practice in monitoring levees, including the use of visual observations and instrumentation for both regular, on-going monitoring work, as well as during flood events. Background information is provided on: Types of levees and similar long, linear structures, such as flood walls and canals; Similarities and differences with respect to monitoring dams and monitoring levees; Potential failure modes for levees; Risk considerations; Instrumentation; and Data collection, reduction, and storage. Types of monitoring activities and conclusions with respect to monitoring of levees are central topics.
